/blog/ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:49:16 +0000 Magnolia Inn Spreads Its Roots and Blooms in Clayton http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/magnolia-inn-spreads-its-roots-and-blooms-in-clayton/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/magnolia-inn-spreads-its-roots-and-blooms-in-clayton/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/magnolia-inn-spreads-its-roots-and-blooms-in-clayton/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500


Tucked into the heart of downtown Clayton is a gracious, 130-year old Queen Anne Victorian manor, one of the oldest structures remaining in Clayton, which now serves as an elegant Bed and Breakfast.

]]> A New and Unique Place to Savor and Stock Up on Flavor in Clayton http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/a-new-and-unique-place-to-savor-and-stock-up-on-flavor-in-clayton/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/a-new-and-unique-place-to-savor-and-stock-up-on-flavor-in-clayton/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/a-new-and-unique-place-to-savor-and-stock-up-on-flavor-in-clayton/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500


is officially open in Downtown Clayton! The idea that started as a partnership between local developers Carrie and Kevin Lee and entrepreneurs Erin Nenni and Christi Thompson is now

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Did you check out a Clayton Clovers home game last summer? If not, don’t miss them this season! The Clayton Clovers are back at East Clayton Community Park, bringing all the action for their 2025

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have been around since 2022 when they signed a multiyear deal making East Clayton Community Park their home. The Clovers are a semi-pro team consisting of D1, 2, & 3 college

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The date is set for the Clayton Piano Festival's Annual Valentine’s Gala; for 2023 the event theme is Bourbontine's Gala and will be a concert and bourbon-tasting experience. This seasonal gala has

]]> Brewing a Business On Cloud 9: A Deep River Update http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/brewing-a-business-on-cloud-9-a-deep-river-update/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/brewing-a-business-on-cloud-9-a-deep-river-update/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/brewing-a-business-on-cloud-9-a-deep-river-update/ Fri, 11 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0500


It seems a very long time ago now, actually almost seven years, since I really and truly sat down with Lynn and Paul Auclair and discussed their business Deep River Brewing Co. Known locally as

]]> Updates from Clayton Parks & Rec http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/updates-from-clayton-parks-rec/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/updates-from-clayton-parks-rec/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/updates-from-clayton-parks-rec/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0500

What’s New in Clayton - Sports, Parks, Trails, & More!

For this week’s blog we sat down with Clayton Parks & Recreation for a list of all the exciting new and up-coming recreational assets and

]]> The Show Goes On (Virtually) at Clayton Center http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/the-show-goes-on-virtually-at-the-clayton-center/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/the-show-goes-on-virtually-at-the-clayton-center/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/the-show-goes-on-virtually-at-the-clayton-center/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400


In keeping with the theme of last week's blog, we continue to check-in with our partners across Johnston County. This week we’re focusing on the Clayton Center, which is a performing arts venue in

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1969 was a year to remember in Clayton.

The men grew beards. Families dressed in pioneer clothing. There were special tours, three grand balls, class reunions, old-fashioned bargain days with

]]> Clayton Fear Farm is Open for Fun and Fright http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/clayton-fear-farm-is-open-for-fun-and-fright/ http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/clayton-fear-farm-is-open-for-fun-and-fright/#comments http://www.johnstoncountync.org/blog/post/clayton-fear-farm-is-open-for-fun-and-fright/ Wed, 03 Oct 2018 12:00:00 -0400


Boyette's Family Farms Inc. has farm fresh fun for the whole family. Johnston County locals and visitors have been traveling to Clayton to experience hayrides and haunted houses at Boyette's for many

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